Boston Celtics

The Boston Celtics is a professional American basketball team that competes in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Based in Boston, Massachusetts, the Celtics belong to the Eastern Conference, along with 14 other teams, including the Chicago Bulls, the Milwaukee Bucks, and the New York Knicks.

Founded in 1946, the Boston Celtics is one of the original eight teams of the NBA. The team is tied with the Los Angeles Lakers for the most NBA Championships at 17 and holds the record for most recorded wins of any NBA team.

During its franchise history, the Boston Celtics has been home to four MVP Award winners (Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, Dave Cowens, and Larry Bird) and has also featured such notable players as John Havlicek, Kevin Garnett, Kevin McHale, Paul Perce, Ray Allen, and Robert Parish.

  • Established: 1946
  • Home State: Massachusetts
  • Colors: Green, Gold, Black, Brown, and White
  • Mascot: Lucky the Leprechaun
  • Head Coach: Ime Udoka
  • Arena: TD Garden
  • NBA Championships: 17

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Kevin McHale of the Boston Celtics shoots against the Milwaukee Bucks.
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The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks Engaged in an Epic Playoff Series 35 Years Ago

The Boston Celtics and Milwaukee Bucks hooked up for a thrilling seven-game playoff series back in 1987.

Mike Thomas  •  01 May 2022
The Celtics' Dennis Johnson helps the Lakers' Magic Johnson up after a first half tumble.
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Boston Celtics Classic Playoff Moment: Dennis Johnson, Danny Ainge Dominated Game 5 of ’87 NBA Finals vs. the Lakers

Boston Celtics classic playoff moment: Dennis Johnson and Danny Ainge took charge in Game 5 of the 1987 NBA Finals against the LA Lakers.

Mike Thomas  •  01 May 2022
Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics and the rest of his teammates on the bench celebrate.
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Charles Barkley Says the Boston Celtics Run Ends Against the Milwaukee Bucks Because of Brook Lopez

Charles Barkley says the Boston Celtics’ magical run comes to an end in the Eastern Conference semis.

Mike Thomas  •  28 Apr 2022
Andre Drummond #0 and Bruce Brown #1 of the Brooklyn Nets surround Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics.
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Kendrick Perkins Gets Carried Away in His Praise of Boston Celtics Star Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics keep on rolling after a rough start to the season.

Mike Thomas  •  28 Apr 2022
A referee moves to step in between Boston Celtics' Kevin McHale, left, and Milwaukee's Alton Lister.
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Boston Celtics Classic Playoff Moment: Kevin McHale Fulfilled a Promise, and the Detroit Pistons Paid the Price

Kevin McHale miraculously saved the Boston Celtics in Game 2 of the 1988 Eastern Conference Finals against the Detroit Pistons.

Mike Thomas  •  27 Apr 2022
Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics celebrates in the final minute of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Playoffs.
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Why Does Jayson Tatum Tug His Ears Before Each Boston Celtics Game?

Jayson Tatum and the Boston Celtics made quick work of the Brooklyn Nets.

Mike Thomas  •  26 Apr 2022
Referee Scott Foster officiates the game between the Sacramento Kings and the Denver Nuggets.
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Scott Foster Calling Game 4 in Brooklyn Should Benefit the Nets — and the Boston Celtics

The Brooklyn Nets are in good shape with Scott Foster refereeing Monday’s Game 4 against the Boston Celtics.

Mike Thomas  •  25 Apr 2022
Jaylen Brown #7 of the Boston Celtics and Jayson Tatum stand on the court.
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Jayson Tatum Reveals His Top 2 Favorite NBA Players

Jayson Tatum had 39 points in a Game 3 win over the Brooklyn Nets on Saturday.

Mike Thomas  •  25 Apr 2022
Member of the Boston Celtics 1986 championship team Bill Walton is honored at halftime of the game between the Boston Celtics and Miami Heat.
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Bill Walton Details Travel Problems From Being 6-Foot-11 and Explains Why Flight Attendants Have the 3rd Worst Job in the World

Bill Walton recently discussed the problems with being 6-foot-11 and why he has a lot of respect for flight attendants.

Mike Thomas  •  25 Apr 2022
Boston Celtics John Havlicek, left, and Bill Russell, right, take a break on the bench during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers, April 15, 1965.
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Bill Russell Befriended ‘Seldom-Used’ Boston Celtics Hero Glenn McDonald: ‘He Cheats at UNO’

Bill Russell and Glenn McDonald had two different types of careers with the Boston Celtics but have become close friends.

Mike Thomas  •  24 Apr 2022